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Name: Authentic Kofta (Kabul) Recipe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: *For the Kofta (Meatballs):**; 1 lb ground lamb or beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio); 1 medium onion, finely grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs (or as needed for binding); *For the Gravy (Qorma):**; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, grated; 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes or 3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 cups warm water or low-sodium beef broth; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Kofta (Kabul)

Afghanistan

Kabul

Afghan meatballs in rich gravy, served with rice or naan.

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